Day parole is a form of release under

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that permits prisoner participation in public activities during the day, and requires they return to their

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nightly. The

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may waive this requirement, or choose to impose additional conditions. This is often preparatory for statutory release or full

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Eligibility

In Canada, a prisoner serving a sentence of two years or longer is eligible to apply for day parole six months prior to eligibility for full parole, or after six months (whichever is greater). Those serving

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or indeterminate sentences are eligible to apply for day parole after three years, or three years before full parole eligibility (whichever is greater).

References

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